Gerringong
NSW 2534 • Rest of NSW
About Gerringong
Gerringong is a picturesque coastal town in the Municipality of Kiama, located 130 kilometres south of Sydney and 12 kilometres south of Kiama on the NSW South Coast. With a population of 4,165 at the 2021 census, it sits on elevated land overlooking rolling green dairy hills and dramatic coastal cliffs. The town was established in 1854 and has a rich agricultural and maritime heritage. Gerringong has experienced steady growth as a sought-after sea-change destination.
Gerringong offers an idyllic coastal lifestyle with world-class surf beaches including Werri Beach, boutique cafés, and a thriving village atmosphere. The town is surrounded by lush farmland and offers stunning ocean views from many properties. Local attractions include the Gerringong Heritage Walk, Seven Mile Beach, and excellent cycling and walking trails. The community is a mix of long-term farming families, sea-changers, retirees, and young professionals working remotely or commuting to Wollongong.
Gerringong falls under postcode 2534 and is governed by Kiama Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Kiama electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Nearest Train Stations
Bus Services
- Route 57 — Kiama to Nowra via Gerringong 15 mins to Kiama
Commute to Sydney CBD
🛣️ NSW TrainLink South Coast Line provides direct service to Sydney via Wollongong. Wollongong is approximately 45 mins by train.
Village centre with shops, cafés, and train station walkable. Beach and parks accessible on foot. Some areas require a car.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Gerringong Public School ICSEA 1091Archibald Rd
Crime Statistics
NSW crime data is provided by the Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR). Use the interactive tool below to explore recorded crime incidents in Gerringong by offence type, year and trend.
📊 View Gerringong Crime Statistics on BOCSAR ↗Data source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research · Search for "Gerringong" under Suburb
Housing 2021 Census
21 state housing + 19 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)
Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census
School Sector Breakdown
Demographics
Population Growth
Gender Distribution (Census 2021)
Income Comparison
Country of Birth 2021 Census
Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)
- 1. England 203
- 2. New Zealand 59
- 3. United States 25
- 4. South Africa 18
- 5. Germany 16
- 6. Italy 14
- 7. Thailand 12
- 8. Scotland 10
- 9. Indonesia 8
- 10. Netherlands 8
Ancestry 2021 Census
Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)